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SD 1374

Worcester County Sheriff's Office Q3 2024 Population Report

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Worcester County Sheriff's Office Q3 2024 jail population report documents inmate statistics for legislative record-keeping and policy evaluation.

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Bill Summary · SD 1374

Legislative bill overview

SD 1374 is a reporting document from the Worcester County Sheriff's Office documenting the jail population figures for the third quarter of 2024. The bill presents statistical data on inmate populations, classifications, and related metrics for that specific period.

Why is this important

Population reports from correctional facilities inform legislative decisions about funding, facility capacity, staffing needs, and criminal justice policy effectiveness. These reports provide transparency into how county jails operate and serve as baseline data for evaluating trends in incarceration rates and detention practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Data interpretation: Raw population numbers can be presented to support different policy arguments (e.g., claims of overcrowding vs. claims of efficient operations)
  • Limited context: A single quarter's snapshot may not reveal meaningful trends without multi-year comparison data
  • Scope of coverage: The report may not address underlying causes of population changes, conditions of confinement, or recidivism outcomes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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